SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 566
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the El Paso Chapter of the Military Order of the World
Wars on the occasion of the chapter's 40th annual Massing of the
Colors, which is taking place on April 11, 2015; and
WHEREAS, The Massing of the Colors is a ceremony that dates
to 1922 and is held to encourage citizens to rededicate their
faith in the flag of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, This patriotic ceremony is an expression of support
for service members past and present who have served under the flag
and fought for this nation's continued freedom; and
WHEREAS, The Massing of the Colors includes color guards
representing all branches of the United States armed forces, all
levels of law enforcement and public safety, and many civic and
patriotic organizations that support those who serve; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend the El Paso Chapter of the Military
Order of the World Wars for their work honoring those who uphold
the values and freedoms of this nation and declare April 11,
2015, as Massing of the Colors Day in Texas; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the
organization as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
RodrÃguez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 15, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate